Apartment Description

From the moment you enter this loft, you will be enchanted by the minimalist contemporary interior design of the open plan living space, and the simplicity and purity of its atmosphere. This stylish loft apartment provides a perfect atmosphere for relaxing after a day of sunbathing at Ipanema's beach or discovering the city. Truly a unique apartment through which you can discover Rio de Janeiro in a different way!

Ipanema is a safe, vibrant and modern neighbourhood, which offers everything you’ll need at only a stone-throw away. The Queen Silva Loft is located in the heart of Ipanema, 4 blocks from Ipanema beach (posto 9) and across the famous Farme de Amoedo street. You find a wide range of fine restaurants, cosy bars and fancy cafes nearby the apartment. With the metro (General Osório metro station) at a few steps from the apartment building and plenty of busses and taxis passing by you can reach any neighbourhood in a heartbeat!

Monthly rentals: electricity & gas, to be charged at check out in accordance with usage

Specific Apartment Conditions

* The rates above are normal daily low season rates. The low season runs from May 1 to November 30. Rates during high season (from December 1 to April 30) or for shorter periods then the apartment`s minimum stay requirement will be given upon request. * Special pricing applies during Carnival, New Years and special holidays/events - please inquire for applicable rates and packages during those periods* This apartment is non-smoking* Pets are not allowed* No children under 12

Check in & out:

Check-in: from 14:00 h

Check-out: until 10:30 h

Early check in / late check out: on request (1/2 day rent fee to secure early check in/late check out) – can be granted for free in case no other guest checks out /in that day

Notes

Reviews (41)

Tony, Australia

Stayed here for a week in May 2016. Apartment is located a few blocks from both Ipanema beach, Lake Lagoa and General Osorio subway station and there is a taxi rank at the end of the street. The area is very safe with local shops and restaurants/cafes plentiful. Mel introduced us to the apartment which was secure, clean and well laid out. The apartment is on the 19th floor with good lift access. The windows rattle a bit when it gets very windy but other than that I would happily recommend this for anyone visiting Rio. Deposit was fully refunded and on time.

Olatomide, US

“The apartment was in a very central location in Ipanema. Very close to the metro and the beach. Lots of great restaurants and juice shops within walking distance. The apartment itself was as pictured and had everything my friends and I need to enjoy are stay in rio. Tessa was a great host. She was there to welcome us when we arrived and gave us tips on places to see. She even told us about her friends stand at Copacabana beach where we had the best caipirinhas brought to us as we relaxed on the beach. We returned there on 3 separate days. All in all it was a great stay and I would recommend staying at this apartment.”

Liam, UK

We stayed at this apartment for 10 nights in July. We were met in the room and shown all amenities and appliances. We were even advised of local attractions and directions. Really friendly. Petra runs a great company (Rio Housing)
The apartment was spotless, everything worked perfectly. The design is amazing. You can literally lay in bed and see all the lights of the Pavellas and around the lagoon - amazing! It is extremely spacious, there is 2 bathrooms with great showers and a second room (I didn't even realise!). Floor to ceiling windows with a view that you could literally look at for hours (we did!)
It is a great location, takes 5 mins walk to the beach and 2 mins to local shops etc. Apartment building is very secure, 24/7 doormen. Not allowed through lobby topless which creates a pleasant and higher class building.
Good quality wi-fi. Security deposit returned the day I landed home!
I would definitely recommend. We would love to go back one day for Carnival and stay here again!

Philip, UK

“Great, well-located apartment with an amazing view”
The first thing you notice when you walk in is the view out to Os Dois Irmaos ("the two brothers", hills at the end of Leblon beach). And that's what you keep coming back to, we were quite content to just sit and stare out at the view. Beyond that the apartment was very comfortable. I travelled with my parents and girlfriend and there was plenty of room for the four of us. The apartment is well-appointed and had everything we needed. The area it's in (Ipanema) is very safe for Rio and we enjoyed walking around the neighbourhood. It's close to a couple of supermarkets and the metro, and in the morning there's a bakery very nearby, it's lovely to walk down and pick out something for breakfast.
We had a great stay and I'd happily stay with Rio Bay Housing again.

Tristan, USA

Fantastic location right in the heart of Ipanema, close to restaurants, shops and the beach. Also within walking distance of Leblon. The view from the apartment is very hard to beat. Few light bulbs blown and linen on one bed not clean but otherwise an enjoyable stay and recommend.

Amy, USA

This was a wonderful place to stay! I can't say enough good things about this loft. It is so close to the subway (general odor io) so close to the beach yet right in a perfect location for getting around I panels. There is a taxi stand at the corner, waiting to take you anywhere. The doormen were wonderful and friendly. Then there was Petra and her associate, Tessa. They actually made me feel as though I was in a town with friends. It is so nice to travel with the feeling of having a local contact. Petra and Tessa answered any and all questions, provided recommendations of things to do and where to eat.... Oh, and the loft... Beautiful. I ate breakfast every morning at the breakfast bar in the kitchen looking at Dois Irmãos mountain! Everything was very comfortable in the loft, I felt at home which makes any trip better. All I needed was more time in Rio at this loft! Next time...... I will definitely book through Petra again.

Oliver, Germany

“really nice and clean appartment, great view, really nice landlord”
The appartment has a good location. Close to ipanema beach. 5 min walk to the beach. Still feels like a save neighborhood. The view out of the window is breathtaking. We didn't cook in the kitchen, but I think there are enough utensils you need to cook a nice meal. We used the washing machine - it work fine. 2 TV's & sat-reciever: one in the living room, one in the masterbedroom. We felt very welcome and had a really good time im Rio.

Julia, Germany

The apartment is just amazing. Best view over Rio ever! The furniture is modern and really great. The apartment is very well located in ipanema with bars, restaurants and shops all around. The beach is a 5 minutes walk away. We felt safe all the time. Tessa, Petra's assistance was very helpful and organised everything perfectly. Thank you again for everything! we can absolutely recommend this place!

Scott, UK

What a great apartment and the location of it - in Ipanema is fantastic, just 3 blocks from the beach!! We loved our stay here and would happily return to stay there again. When we booked it, we wondered if it looked as great as it did, we were very pleasantly surprised as it exceeded our expectations. The cost in comparison to a hotel, is where the real value is in this place. Hands down I would recommend this apartment over any hotel in the area - not just for cost!!!

Petra and Malou made us feel very welcome and that made our experience of the place even more special.

Morgan, USA

“Modern, Open and Breathtaking View!”
We stayed here on our honeymoon and we weren't disappointed. The open and spacious feel with a spectacular view was amazing. It reminded us of a chic Manhattan apartment. It is located just off the most popular street in Ipanema and a few short blocks to Ipanema beach. We loved it and would stay here again.

Brissle, UK

This apartment, stylish in design with amazing views from the huge picture windows, is in the perfect location for finding the best of Ipanema and surrounding areas.
The descriptions here in TA and on the website say it all - we were not disappointed.
We are so glad we did not stay in Copacabana or Leblon - having seen both, we are sure that this part of Ipanema is by far the best. Thanks to Petra for helping us in our choice and to Lisa for looking after us whilst we were there.

So much better than staying in an hotel - we had freedom to prepare snacks when we needed and no problems with staff needing access to service the room. Security was good and we felt safe in the area at all times of day and night - and sometimes it was 2am before we finally got back.....

The best part of amazing Ipanema beach is just 3 blocks away down Rua Farme de Amoedo which itself is a great, lively street with shops, bars, restaurants.

Bus routes pass nearby (2 blocks away) and there's a taxi rank 100 meters away, although the helpful security desk staff will call a taxi if you need. The Metro is a 10 minute walk, as is a decent supermarket. The slightly complicated location in one-way streets can be a puzzle for taxi drivers who do not know the area.

Donna, Italy

We stayed in this apartment in april and just loved it: it is a very modern and stylish apartment, in a great neighbourhood (Ipanema is really the place to be in Rio!), with fantastic views and easy access to the beach and restaurants. We also really appreciated the professionalism and genuine warmth of the Rio Bay Housing team. At check in, we received a warm welcome from Inge, who was really helpful. Throughout our stay, we could email or call the team and we always received a prompt reply with answers to our questions and advice about where to go, what to do, booking tours for us etc. Although our Portuguese is close to non-existant, we felt very welcome in the building. We even had a nice chat with some of the neighbours. We loved feeling "like a local", staying in a residential building instead of an anonymous expensive hotel..(By the way this apartment is a very good deal when you compare with the hotel rates in Ipanema!). Overall a very good experience and we will surely recommend this apartment to any friend who plans to visit Rio. Thanks again for making our holiday unforgettable!

Paul, UK

We do not usually write holiday reviews but we wanted share the secret of this great holiday apartment in Rio.
Location - was really very good. At end of a quiet and safe street in Ipanema. 5 mins to beach (posto8-9) as well as to plenty of restaurants and bars.
Safety - was a concern for us on our first trip to Brazil but area and building felt very safe and friendly. A doorman is on duty 24 hours a day.
Apartment itself - probably the best holiday rental we have stayed in. Views are every bit as good as the photos suggest. Apartment is bigger than it looks in the photos. High standard with all that you need for a comfortable stay (including laundry, good wireless internet connection, mobile/cell phone)
Service. The owner (Petra) met us at the apartment with genuine warmth and a desire to make our stay in Rio a good one. She listened and offered good advice on restaurants, bars, massages, tours etc. She responded quickly to any queries we had and even booked some tours on our behalf which was much appreciated.
Overall a great stay - thank you!!
Paul and Chris

Tracy, Australia

My family and I stayed here on our 2nd week of stay in Brazil. It was here that we enjoyed our time in Rio the most! The location was fantastic- Set in a nice quiet street and very trendy neighborhood. It was very close to the shops, Lake Lagoa and the beach. Shopping was great!! We were so close to markets as well as large shopping malls. We also had at our doorstep many of the fantastic restaurants of all different cuisines that Ipanema has to offer. The apartment itself was amazing. Not only did it have absolutely everything you could possibly need, it was beautifully furnished with the best of everything. Very luxurious indeed and also extremely comfortable. Petra was a pleasure to deal with. She was so considerate and helpful and had a lovely friendly manner. I can not wait to return to Rio and when I do, I will definately be staying in this design loft apartment again! Thankyou Petra x

Mickiaela, France

This rental was perfect for our week long stay for Carnaval. Plenty of room for 4 girls, great closet space, full-length mirrors, iphone speaker hookup, comfy beds, 2 showers with plenty of hot water (though unfortunately the building turned off the water in one bathroom for days while fixing an unforeseen leak in the main water system). Espresso machine a lifesaver! Awesome view. Felt safe around the neighborhood. Close to beach, shops, restaurants.
Welcoming and accommodating team from Rio Bay Housing. Thanks, Joilen!

We organized transportation from the airport with Rio Bay Housing, which was very convenient on arrival as we had never been to Rio and didn't know our way around; however it is cheaper to take a taxi and this is recommended on the way back.

Ton, Belgium

We - a family with 2 sons (10 and 12) from Belgium - had a wonderfull stay in Ipanema Queen Silva loft. The appartment has a great view on Ipanema, Leblon, Lake Lagoa and the surrounding hills and and at every moment you can enjoy this stunning view. The appartment is very spacious and has everything you need, incl washing machine, hair dryer, ... and even a Nespresso machine. The kitchen is open and it is very pleasant to sit at the kitchen table. The appartment has a guard like most of the buildings in Ipanema, it is for sure a very safe place to stay.

The owner of the appartment, Petra, is just great! She is very helpful and friendly, she provides you with a map with all kinds of tips and suggestions for great restaurants and a variey of things to do in Rio, and for all your questions you can easily contact her with a mobile phone that is at your disposal during your stay.

Sian, UK

Bright, airy with stunning views. Had everything one would need for stress free vacation. In residential block so felt very safe with a 10 walk to beach, shops and restaurants. Would not hesitate to stay there again or recommend to others. The only negative would be that not suitable for small children or the infirm

Alisha, UK

Stayed at this flat for 5 days with 2 other mates. Lots of amenities close by and the beach within a 10minute walk. loved it! felt super safe and really enjoyed our stay. The owners made us very comfy and the flat has everything one would need (A/C, washing machine, 2 bathrooms) and most importantly a view that just made you want to wake up every morning and get on with it! Some people complained about the stairs in earlier reviews - wasnt an issue for us. Would definitely return.

Ian, UK

We stayed over Christmas and New Years and had a brilliant time. We were met with a warm welcome after a long flight from New York and the apartment is stunning and perfect for a city break. It is a great location to the beach, the lake which is great if you like running and local shops and restaurants. We were sad to leave this apartment. Thanks for a great time!

Lars, Switzerland

The Queen Silva Loft is a very lovely and stylish apartment located very conveniently in Ipanema. Everything was actually how it looks like on the pictures they provide on their homepage. We really enjoyed the Nespresso maker in the morning! The WLAN was working very good and fast. The view is gorgeous, you are able to open the large windows, so you feel like you are on a little balcony. We felt very comfortable during our 5 nights stay. The area is very safe (the apartment building is guarded 24 hours), you may easily walk to the beach (5 - 10 minutes), and in the evening there are plenty of bars and restaurants nearby. We were in contact with Tessa from Rio Bay Housing, she gave as a lot of information about the Area and Rio itself upon check-in. The communication with Rio Bay Housing was always very good, they responded to my questions always within 24 hours or even quicker. We will definitely stay in this apartment again during our next visit in Rio de Janeiro!

Aymeric, France

The apartment was gorgeous with an amazing view on Rio ! I recommend it. The apartment is in Ipanema that is the best place to be in Rio. The city is beautiful and we've had a great time there!
The building and the neighborhood are secure, and we are 5 minutes by feet from the beach and the metro.
Tessa always replied very quickly to my emails and she accomodated us very well.
All was great. Thanks.

Vivien Nelson, UK

Hi Petra,
A bit overdue but a note to say thanks for the accommodation. It was great...To lie in bed and look out over that view was tremendous and so close to the lake and the beach!
The Pousada Naturalia in Ille Grande was lovely ...again...thanks so you so much for the recommendation. We had a truly great holiday and it’s so sad to read about the terrible floods out there at the moment.
I would happily recommend your place to anyone staying at Ipanema. Mt short time on the beach there was still the highlight of my trip!
Cheers

Victoria McPherson, UK

Queen Silva Loft is ideally located just off of the Farme de Amoedo, on the 10th floor of a secure apartment block. We stayed in the apartment in late November 2009 and had a fantastic time. The apartment is finished to a high standard with fantastic views across Ipanema and is very relaxing to come back from the beach and relax with a cool drink from the kitchen and admire the views. Based on location, security and quality, I would happily recommend the apartment for anyone looking for a place to stay in Rio.
Many thanks,

Paul & Chris, UK

We do not usually write holiday reviews but we wanted share the secret of this great holiday apartment in Rio. Location - was really very good. At end of a quiet and safe street in Ipanema. 5 mins to beach (posto 8-9) as well as to plenty of restaurants and bars. Safety - was a concern for us on our first trip to Brazil but area and building felt very safe and friendly. A doorman is on duty 24 hours a day. Apartment itself - probably the best holiday rental we have stayed in. Views are every bit as good as the photos suggest. Apartment is bigger than it looks in the photos. High standard with all that you need for a comfortable stay (including laundry, good wireless internet connection, mobile/cell phone) Service. The owner (Petra) met us at the apartment with genuine warmth and a desire to make our stay in Rio a good one. She listened and offered good advice on restaurants, bars, massages, tours etc. She responded quickly to any queries we had and even booked some tours on our behalf which was much appreciated. Overall a great stay - thank you!! Paul and Chris

Richard & Ruth Braine, Ireland

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Rio, not least because of the apartment. As you know, we stayed in Leme for a couple of days before moving into Loft Queen Silva and, over the period of our stay, explored the full length of, Leme, Copacabana, Arpoador, Ipanema and Leblon. However, we particularly liked the relaxed neighbourhood where the apartment was in Ipanema. Before going to Rio, we thought that the best kind of place to stay would be on the beach front, but having experienced the place, we now know that both the beach front and the next street back are very busy. The best places to stay are definitely further back again, where there are more bars and restaurants, and the traffic is quieter. As such, the Loft Queen Silva was situated very nicely.
As for the apartment itself, the pictures don’t lie! It was excellent, and the view each morning, across to the ‘Dos Irmaos’ mountain peaks at the end of Ipanema beach and the lake was fantastic.
We loved everything about Rio; the sights, the beaches, the culture and the people, and the reasonably inexpensive cost of living. We’d love to go back and would probably want the same apartment!
All the best,

Terrell Carver, UK

Hi Petra, had a great time in Rio! Oddly, a business/conference trip, but inevitable holiday atmosphere.
Loft Queen Silva lived up to expectations and beyond! It is fabulously beautiful and has all conveniences, even a washing machine. Petra and staff provided impeccable and totally reliable service, and are very patient with jet-lagged arrivals. The building was very secure and friendly, and the neighborhood is lively and has all services. There is even a cell phone to use. Very, very highly recommended!

Jonathan Weinberg, USA

When we arrived at the building we were afraid that we had made a bad decision as the lobby did not look very appealing. Luckily as soon as we stepped over the doorstep of the apartment, our worries were over: what an amazing place! Lots of space and light, beautiful, open design, comfortable beds and nice bathroom. The Nespresso machine made it just perfect for us to have breakfast at the apartment every day before we would start our Rio adventures. We found the location very convenient with less than a 10 minute walk to the beach, a bakery around the corner in front of a taxi stop and restaurants lined up all the way to the beach. We felt safe all the time and would never book any other place. It is a much better value than any Hotel in Rio.

Natalie & Mathew, Australia

Loved staying at this loft during our week in Rio. You are amongst the people living like a local. It's a beautiful apartment with amazing views. It has everything you need, a kitchen to cook in, a washing machine to do your washing, a place to hang your clothes, wifi, and a very decent bathroom. The bed is 'loft' style so you have to walk up a few stairs to get into it but it really doesn't matter. The building is secure and there are doormen at reception 24/7. It is a short stroll to shops, restaurants and most importantly the beach. Less than 5mins and you are standing on Ipanema Beach. Check in with the staff was easy and they were great to deal with in general. The apartment is in a safe area but as recommended by anyone it is always best to exercise caution. We walked to and from dinner out in Ipanema every night with no problems. I would highly recommend this apartment to anyone wanting a break from a hotel or just to do something different. We loved it!!

V. Saysana, Canada

We're really glad we ended up choosing this vacation rental. The view is spectacular. The location is right in the heart of Ipanema, near nice restos, shops, grocery stores. The place itself was equipped with everything you needed. We felt safe at all times. Tessa and Petra were a delight to work with. Very professional and timely in response. Thanks again. We are definitely coming back to Brazil.

Lisa, Australia

"Awesome apartment in great area"
When looking to book accomodation in Rio, we found it to be an expensive city, comparative to others in South america. This apartment was a great alternative to what seemed to be overpriced hotel rooms. It has all the facilities you could want and need right there (laundry, wifi, kitchen) along with an amazing view and plenty of space to chill out.
It was really nice to have a place that felt like a home rather than a hotel room and to be in an area full of locals and not tourists.
Great location, close to the beach and restaurants.
Tessa, the caretaker/agent was very friendly and helpful.
Very happy with our stay here.